the philosopher Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Ha ha I can just imagine the Ducket singing - " we love the horn" or even "Horny Horny" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Believer Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Some possibilities. First is that they set up with a tighter defence this week due to the return of Scullion and playing 5 at the back. Will need to hear more about the way they set up from someone who was there, though. Second, perhaps Beath were shite. Third, maybe Coughlin had begun to "lose the dressing room" and the players just gave 10% more today. Finally, after last week, perhaps the players own professional pride forced a positive reaction. From what I've read so far, combination of all 4 might be true. I think you're right on all counts. It was interesting to hear Billy Brown saying that if Coughlin was good enough to start the season, he was due more than 3 league matches. I feel that too; but perhaps the legacy of the feeling that Cameron was kept too long was a factor.I just hope, as I said before, the new manager is a full time post, as Coughlin's reach into community-based player development, and personal activity was well documented if undervalued.Our challenge is luring good players away from their local clubs where their travel is easier and their pay is as good. Coughlin worked tirelessly on that; the time required to do both, along with all the other activities required to even sustain our position, let alone improve it, is not available at nights and on weekends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcar Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 35 minutes ago, A Believer said: I think you're right on all counts. It was interesting to hear Billy Brown saying that if Coughlin was good enough to start the season, he was due more than 3 league matches. I feel that too; but perhaps the legacy of the feeling that Cameron was kept too long was a factor. I just hope, as I said before, the new manager is a full time post, as Coughlin's reach into community-based player development, and personal activity was well documented if undervalued. Our challenge is luring good players away from their local clubs where their travel is easier and their pay is as good. Coughlin worked tirelessly on that; the time required to do both, along with all the other activities required to even sustain our position, let alone improve it, is not available at nights and on weekends. Fair comment, but I think they will go part time purely due to panic about the budget. Presumably Coughlin got a cheque on his way out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB_Bino Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Always a bit of a risk taking on a rookie manager, but at 32 years old should still be able to do a decent job in our midfield. Every managerial appointment is a risk at this level. For every Jim Duffy there's a Jocky Scott, for every Paul Hartley or Darren Young there's a Barry Ferguson or Colin Cameron. You really have to just go with what you think is the best opinion at the time. We went down the untried route so many times with repeated failures but now appear to have landed on our feet, Kevin Thomson certainly has the credentials to do well in management, surely worth a punt by someone at this level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Binos123sam Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 31 minutes ago, BB_Bino said: Every managerial appointment is a risk at this level. For every Jim Duffy there's a Jocky Scott, for every Paul Hartley, Dave Mackay or Darren Young there's a Barry Ferguson or Colin Cameron. You really have to just go with what you think is the best opinion at the time. We went down the untried route so many times with repeated failures but now appear to have landed on our feet, Kevin Thomson certainly has the credentials to do well in management, surely worth a punt by someone at this level. Ftfy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TalkofTheToon Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Willie Aitchison who done well at Airdrie would be a good choice imo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamo 2013 Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Willie Aitchison who done well at Airdrie would be a good choice imo! He was only there for 2 weeks [emoji23] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TalkofTheToon Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Just now, Dynamo 2013 said: He was only there for 2 weeks I know He turned Airdrie's fortunes around in that short period and I know a lot of their fans were very disappointed when he departed. Add to the fact he done well with us at hearts with CL and his experience with East Fife and the Lithuania national team. Not a bad CV for the Wee Gers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamo 2013 Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 I know [emoji23] He turned Airdrie's fortunes around in that short period and I know a lot of their fans were very disappointed when he departed. Add to the fact he done well with us at hearts with CL and his experience with East Fife and the Lithuania national team. Not a bad CV for the Wee Gers. Good luck Willie [emoji2] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the philosopher Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Here's a wildcard - Jim Chapman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big al Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 On 26/08/2017 at 22:11, A Believer said: So, what was the difference between the last 2 weeks; shipping 9 goals and scoring 1, and today? Discarding the manager? Discuss please. We didn't have 1 fit striker and started with a midfielder on his own upfront. maybe why we had more of the ball and not enough cutting edge, although we had several opportunities 2 nd half and hit the bar. Your goalie had a good game too, as did ours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drs Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Bonnyrigg have confirmed on twitter that Horn has left to become the manager at Berwick edit - link to their website, http://www.bonnyriggrosefc.co.uk/teams/118321/news/horn-departs-new-dundas-park-for-shielfield-1965630.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougster Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 So Horny...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcar Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 That news will disappoint those who wanted something new and fresh, but most fans will be very happy. The appointment was so quick, Robbie Horn almost got the job before Coughlin left..... In fact, someone has already changed his wiki page. I think he genuinely gives a toss about the club, and has a good record at Bonnyrigg. Just hope he learned nothing from Cameron, and doesn't bring Lee Currie back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eye Valley Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 9 minutes ago, Redcar said: That news will disappoint those who wanted something new and fresh, but most fans will be very happy. The appointment was so quick, Robbie Horn almost got the job before Coughlin left..... In fact, someone has already changed his wiki page. I think he genuinely gives a toss about the club, and has a good record at Bonnyrigg. Just hope he learned nothing from Cameron, and doesn't bring Lee Currie back. Quite a few ex players there at the minute.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Scruffy Pidgeon Posted August 29, 2017 Author Share Posted August 29, 2017 On 8/19/2017 at 17:56, The Scruffy Pidgeon said: Following JC's exit Robbie Horn is an early favourite to succeed. It sometimes scares me just how right I can be... I informed you all that this was happening an hour after the final whistle 10 days ago... God I'm good. Coo coo!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnstormer Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Excellent appointment. Has done great job in a tough Junior League with Bonnyrigg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disc Potato Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Let's go f***in mental, best news in a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berwick-the-unbeatable Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Good shit. Now let's get Dean Brett please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disc Potato Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Let's hope this appointment will see all factions pull together. The club can only move forward with everyone putting their differences to one-side and supporting each other with the problems that lie ahead. There is now a manager that has the respect of the majority of supporters if not all. Kicking on together, there is hope. Kicking off against each other, there is the lowland league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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